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    One dining room looks out over Pilarcitos Creek and a garden, which sets the mood for an Italian American fine dining spot that leans into quality ingredients and house-made pasta rather than any fussy reinvention. The vaulted ceilings and open kitchen keep things lively, and Slow Food U.S.A. recognition signals the kitchen's sourcing instincts. Thin-crust pizzas and generous classics like eggplant Parmesan fill the tables with a steady mix of locals and coastal day-trippers.

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    One number, weighted & current 69

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    • Soppressata pizza

      “A soppressata pizza shows off the kitchen’s particularly successful crust”

      Michelin Guide
    • Eggplant parmesan

      “plates like eggplant Parmesan layered with mozzarella, ricotta and smoked provolone deliver satisfying richness”

      Michelin Guide
    • Affogato

      “Desserts keep things simple and well executed, such as a classic affogato with vanilla ice cream and candied orange peel.”

      Michelin Guide

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    Address
    845 Main St., Half Moon Bay, CA · Half Moon Bay
    Hours

    Closed now, opens 5 PM

    • Monday 5 PM to 8:30 PM
    • Tuesday 5 PM to 8:30 PM
    • Wednesday Today 5 PM to 8:30 PM
    • Thursday 5 PM to 8:30 PM
    • Friday 5 PM to 9 PM
    • Saturday 11:30 AM to 2 PM 5 PM to 9 PM
    • Sunday 11:30 AM to 2 PM 5 PM to 8:30 PM
    Phone
    (650) 726-5125
    Reserve
    OpenTable
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